CourseArchaeological iron is one of the most problematic materials to come out of the ground as it can develop post-excavation corrosion that can destroy artefacts in a relatively short time.

About the workshop This three-day workshop will focus on the following topics: pre-industrial iron smelting technology, iron transformation, the formation of iron corrosion products in the soil, the preservation of the limit of the original surface within corrosion layers, post-excavation corrosion phenomena, the storage and stabilization treatments of archaeological iron. Hands-on experience will be given with mechanical cleaning and x-raying of archaeological iron artefacts from Dutch excavations.

This master class is part of the regular master's program in conservation and restoration.

Programme and application:For information about the full programme, the lecturer and how to apply, please have a look at the attached leaflet.